Swarovski is a girl’s best friend
I know, I know, that’s not how the saying goes. But we’re not all Elizabeth Taylor with a rather wealthy Richard Burton to shower us with diamonds. Whilst traditionally, Diamonds may be a girl’s best friend, when it comes to occasions we need something which exudes the glamour and dazzle of diamonds without the price tag.
Around since 1895, Swarovski Crystal (precisely-cut crystal glass) has become hugely popular and collectible. Swarovski is a brand, rather than a ‘type’ of crystal and is increasingly used in jewellery and jewellery accessories.
The great thing about Swarovski crystal jewellery is that it is not considered to a be a ‘faux’ diamond, unlike, for example, Cubic Zirconia, and is therefore considered to be more acceptable in jewellery pieces. Let’s face it, no-one is going to believe you if you claim your wedding tiara is inset with 15 1 Carat diamonds. In short, Swarovski crystal is a beautiful and unique jewellery material in its own right and it is unfair to try and compare it with diamond and simulants.
The best thing about Swarovski is that that you can get instant, affordable glamour for a wedding or occasion without breaking the bank. Think of Kate Middleton’s (now Duchess of Cambridge’s) wedding tiara – who could justify splashing out on one of those for their wedding, no matter how memorable you wish the occasion to be. Swarovski crystal tiaras afford the same stunning effect at a real fraction of the price.
Jewellery too, especially vintage jewellery, looks stunning set with Swarovski crystal. The more elaborate and regal the design, the more suited to crystal it is. And just like diamond jewellery, crystal jewellery is timeless and elegant, no matter the fashion of the day. Well looked after, it will also last a lifetime and be a stunning heirloom that can pass through the generations, gathering history as it goes.
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